2009 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 335 | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |